Plant Maintenance Technician/Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

ResponsibilitiesMaintenance & RepairsPerform and assist with both preventative and corrective maintenance on asphalt plant equipment.Conduct routine inspections and help repair or replace components such as conveyor belts, screens, wear components, pumps, and other plant parts.Help keep plant machinery operating efficiently and minimize equipment downtime.Troubleshooting & DiagnosticsAssist in identifying mechanical and operational problems throughout the plant.Troubleshoot equipment and systems including dryers, mixers, conveyors, electrical controls, and related plant components.Work with supervisors and other maintenance personnel to determine the appropriate repairs and solutions.Equipment OperationOperate plant machinery as needed to test equipment following maintenance or repairs.Safely operate equipment such as forklifts, manlifts, and other machinery when required.Verify that equipment is functioning properly before returning it to normal operation.Welding & FabricationPerform welding, cutting, grinding, and general fabrication work to repair or modify plant components.Fabricate parts and make equipment repairs as needed to support plant operations.Safety & Work EnvironmentFollow all company safety policies, procedures, and required precautions.Properly document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and equipment issues.Maintain an organized and clean work area.Communicate equipment concerns and maintenance needs to supervisors and other plant personnel.QualificationsMechanical Ability: Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand and work on industrial plant machinery and systems.Troubleshooting Skills: Capable of identifying equipment problems, determining potential causes, and assisting with effective repairs.Welding & Fabrication: Experience with welding, torch cutting, grinding, and general metal fabrication.Equipment Operation: Comfortable operating various types of industrial and plant equipment.Safety Mindset: Knowledge of safe work practices and the ability to recognize and avoid workplace hazards.Communication & Teamwork: Able to communicate clearly and work effectively with supervisors, mechanics, and other plant employees.Additional RequirementsMust have a valid driver's license.Must be willing and available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, nights, weekends, and extended hours when necessary.Must be physically capable of lifting, moving, and positioning large equipment components.Must be able to climb silos, aggregate bins, conveyor structures, and other elevated areas while performing job duties.Must occasionally be able to lift up to 100 pounds of force and frequently pull up to 50 pounds.Must be capable of lifting and carrying materials from floor level to waist level.Must be able to push and pull objects requiring similar levels of force.Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, kneeling, squatting, bending, climbing, and working from elevated locations.Essential Functions & Working ConditionsThis position works in a safety-sensitive environment.Work conditions may include substantial levels of noise, vibration, and heat. Exposure may be intermittent but can present risks including hearing damage and other bodily injury.Employees may regularly encounter dust, dirt, and other materials associated with asphalt plant operations.The work environment includes potential hazards such as elevated work areas, moving machinery, electrical equipment, hot materials, and other mechanical hazards.This position is primarily outdoors and employees may be exposed to changing and sometimes extreme weather conditions.Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment while performing job duties.BenefitsCompetitive PayCompany BenefitsMedical InsuranceVision InsuranceDental InsuranceLife InsuranceShort-Term Disability401(k)Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)And More!EOE – We encourage ALL qualified candidates to apply!Apply in person at 220 Industrial Blvd., Moore, OK 73160, apply online at silverstarconst.com, or call View phone number on us.fitly.work if you need assistance.

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